_Who can come for counseling?

_Just
about anyone!Life is hard for
everyone from time to time and we can all benefit from kind support at those
times.

_Who are the counselors?

_Our
counselors include licensed therapists – these clinicians are more experienced
and are covered by most insurance companies.Our registered counseling interns have completed their
graduate degrees and are working towards being licensed.Our pre-graduate interns are completing
work towards their graduate degrees.Interns provide low cost counseling to the community while receiving
supervision and training at our Center. For more info, visit theTherapistspage.

_What happens in counseling?

_Our
first job is to listen closely to you to learn exactly what your needs and
concerns are. Together we’ll design a plan of action to make the changes you
want in your life. Then we’ll support you in moving forward on that plan.

Your personal growth plan
may include:

Learning new skills

Communicating differently
with yourself and others

Changing old habits of
thought, feeling and action

Taking better care of
yourself and those you love

Releasing past pain

Resolving conflicts and
developing these skills

Value and goal clarification

Making new friends

Counseling as an individual,
couple or family and attending classes or groups

_Can I afford counseling?

_With
our tiered pricing system, quality counseling is affordable: you can choose to
work with our experienced and licensed counselors; most insurance will cover
their services.If you do not have
insurance and can’t afford regular counseling fees, you can still receive
services from our interns at reduced rates. Registered interns charge $50 to $15, pre-graduate interns charge $10.All the counseling performed by interns is overseen by
licensed supervisors.What should I expect when I call?When you call our number you will get our answering service, as we have no receptionist. Leave your name, number, a good time to reach you, and whether it is OK to leave messages for you at that number. We will get back to you, usually within 24 hours, ask you about your situation and make sure that we are able to provide the services you need. Then your name will go on a waiting list while you are referred to one of the interns. Usually the intern will be able to get back to you shortly to connect and make an appointment. The time between your first call and your first meeting with your therapist can be as short as a few days if the phone contact and scheduling goes easily.

_Life, at times, is difficult for everyone, and it
can be so helpful to receive kind support and guidance at those times. We are
here to help you deal with the challenges on your journey.

_Types of challenges our
clients face:

Uncomfortable emotions and
moods, like anxiety, depression, anger, and shame

Relationship problems, as in
parenting challenges, partnership issues, and family-of-origin concerns, as
well as intimacy and communication problems

Traumas, like physical or
sexual abuse, assault, or past health- or life-threatening situations

Distressing symptoms such as
PTSD, chronic illness, panic and anxiety attacks, and compulsions